External constriction of right little finger, sequela

This code signifies a lasting consequence or complication resulting from an external force constricting the right little finger. This could involve chronic pain, nerve damage, impaired circulation, or functional limitations that persist after the initial constricting event has resolved. The "sequela" indicates that the acute injury has passed, and the current condition is a residual effect.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic or residual condition of the right little finger that is directly attributable to a past external constriction injury. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the primary focus is managing the long-term effects, such as ongoing paresthesia, stiffness, or deformity, rather than the initial acute injury.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code that describes the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nerve entrapment).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous external constriction of the right little finger.
• The "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning the patient is seen for complications or conditions that are the residual effect of a past injury.